1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1990 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Scorpio.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Scorpio | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
